Small Yacht

Galapagos Explorer

12 passengers 8 Days / 7 Nights

Why we recommend

The Galapagos Explorer is perfect for luxury travelers, nature enthusiasts, and adventure seekers alike. Designed for intimate groups of up to 12, it promises an exclusive and eco-conscious voyage through the untouched Galapagos Islands. Ideal for anyone seeking unique wildlife encounters and unforgettable memories, this luxury yacht blends comfort and sustainability for an extraordinary experience in a pristine, breathtaking environment.

  • Multiple cabin categories available
  • Local Alcoholic drinks included
  • Guide´s Journal to record your sightings
  • Outdoor Jacuzzi
  • Exclusive for 12 guests

Galapagos Explorer description

The Galapagos Explorer is a 124-foot luxury motor yacht designed to blend adventure and comfort while exploring the breathtaking Galapagos Islands. With space for up to 12 passengers, this exclusive yacht offers sustainable and eco-friendly voyages. Discover the wonders of the islands on an unforgettable 8-day itinerary, enjoying unmatched luxury, incredible wildlife encounters, and seamless exploration of this unique destination.

Cabins

The Galapagos Explorer offers four luxurious cabin options to suit every traveler’s needs: Luxury Cabin, Luxury View Cabin, Superior Suite, and Deluxe View Suite. With room sizes ranging from 134 ft² to 344 ft², all feature ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning, and internet access. These exceptional cabins promise unparalleled comfort, ensuring an unforgettable and luxurious adventure through the stunning Galapagos Islands.

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Galapagos Explorer prices

Accommodation7 nights
Luxury Cabin $ 10,950
Luxury View Cabin $ 11,950
Superior Suite $ 14,895
Deluxe View Suite $ 16,780
Charter $ 155,000

Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
These rates are valid all year round, except for high-season departures.

Rates include

  • Accommodation on board
  • All meals while on board
  • Transfers in the islands during operational days
  • English speaking naturalist guide
  • Islands excursions and activities according to the Itinerary
  • Internet
  • Snorkel equipment (mask, tube, & fins)
  • Wetsuit
  • Kayaks
  • Soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits and beers

Rates don't include

  • Domestic flights to the Galapagos Islands
  • Galapagos National Park Entrance Fee
  • Migratory Control Card
  • Travel, cancellation and medical insurance
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Premium brand spirits

Itineraries/routes

Live the adventure of a lifetime in The Galapagos Islands with our cruises.

Galapagos Explorer - 7 Nights 'B'

Baltra

Baltra

Baltra Island, the gateway to the Galápagos, features a unique flat volcanic landscape and a rich history as a former US airbase. Explore wi…

Animals Darwin Finch, Land Iguana
Hiking Dry
Santa Cruz Island, Charles Darwin's Station

Santa Cruz Island, Charles Darwin's Station

The Charles Darwin's Research Station (CDRS) leads Galápagos conservation through scientific research and education. Visitors can explore na…

Animals Galápagos Giant Tortoise, Frigatebirds, Galápagos Sea Lion, Land Iguana, Marine Iguana
Hiking Dry Landing
, Chinese Hat

, Chinese Hat

Chinese Hat, shaped by volcanic rock, offers limited visitor access for intimate wildlife encounters. Explore its Galápagos Sea Lion Colony,…

Animals Galápagos Sea Lion, Galápagos Penguin, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Hawk, American Flamingo, Frigatebirds
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Kayaking Wet Landing
, Rabida Island

, Rabida Island

Rabida Island features a striking reddish beach and volcanic terrain. It also features a Galápagos Sea Lion Colony, diverse land birds like …

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blu-footed Booby, Galápagos Hawk, American Flamingo, Galápagos Sea Lion, Galápagos Fur Seal, Frigatebirds
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Kayaking Wet Landing
Santiago Island, Espumilla Beach

Santiago Island, Espumilla Beach

Espumilla Beach, with coffee-colored sand, once attracted pirates and whalers for its fresh water. Explore mangrove forests with common stil…

Animals American Flamingo, Marine Iguana, Galápagos Sea Lion
Hiking Snorkeling Kayaking Wet Landing
Santiago Island, Buccaneer Cove

Santiago Island, Buccaneer Cove

Buccaneer Cove, once a pirate haven on Santiago Island, boasts a protected bay, dramatic cliffs teeming with seabirds, and a stunning dark r…

Animals Land Iguana, Galápagos Sea Lion, Marine Iguana, Frigatebirds, Galápagos Hawk, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Fur Seal, Nazca Booby
Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Wet Landing
Santiago Island, Puerto Egas

Santiago Island, Puerto Egas

Puerto Egas, known for its black sand beaches and 1960s salt mining, offers an inland hike to a salt crater for birdwatching. Explore its ru…

Animals Land Iguana, Galápagos Sea Lion, Marine Iguana, Frigatebirds, Galápagos Hawk, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Fur Seal
Hiking Snorkeling Wet Landing
Fernandina, Punta Espinosa

Fernandina, Punta Espinosa

Punta Espinosa’s narrow stretch features black lava rocks teeming with Marine Iguanas: spot Flightless Cormorants, Galápagos Penguins, Brown…

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Penguin, Galápagos Hawk, Flightless Cormorant, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds
Hiking Dry Landing
Isabela Island, Tagus Cove

Isabela Island, Tagus Cove

Located west of the island, this historic cove, named after a British warship, offers panga trips beneath towering cliffs. Discover abundant…

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Penguin, Galápagos Hawk, Flightless Cormorant, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Kayaking Dry Landing
Isabela Island, Elizabeth Bay

Isabela Island, Elizabeth Bay

Elizabeth Bay offers rich marine attractions, including soaring Galápagos Hawks, schools of pompanos and dorados, and the largest Galápagos …

Animals Green Turtle, Galápagos Penguin, Flightless Cormorant, Galápagos Sea Lion
Dinghy Ride Kayaking
Isabela Island, Punta Moreno

Isabela Island, Punta Moreno

Discover rocky shores teeming with Galápagos Penguins and Great Blue Herons, mangrove groves with oysters, and a trek across sharp lava rock…

Animals American Flamingo, Flightless Cormorant, Frigatebirds, Galápagos Penguin, Galápagos Sea Lion, Galápagos Hawk, Blue-footed Booby, Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Dry Landing
Isabela Island, Tintoreras Islet

Isabela Island, Tintoreras Islet

Las Tintoreras, near Puerto Villamil, boasts a white-tip Shark Colony resting in lava canals and offers snorkeling in their unique habitat. …

Animals Galápagos Sea Lion, Galápagos Shark, Marine Iguana, Galápagos Penguin, Green Turtle
Snorkeling Dinghy Ride
Isabela Island, Wetlands

Isabela Island, Wetlands

The Wetlands of Isabela Island near Puerto Villamil feature lagoons, swamps, and mangroves. In this serene natural haven, walk along a sceni…

Animals American Flamingo, Darwin's Finches, Brown Pelican
Hiking Dry Landing
Isabela Island, The Wall of Tears

Isabela Island, The Wall of Tears

Isabela's Wall of Tears reflects its penal Colony past (1946-1959), built by prisoners under harsh conditions. Climb nearby stairs for stunn…

Animals Lava Lizard, Darwin's Finches, Galápagos Hawk
Hiking Dry Landing
Isabela Island, Tortoise Breeding Center

Isabela Island, Tortoise Breeding Center

A conservation center that safeguards young animals from invasive species like pigs and donkeys. Giant tortoise eggs are collected, hatched,…

Animals Galápagos Giant Tortoise
Hiking Dry Landing
Santa Cruz Island, Santa Cruz Highlands

Santa Cruz Island, Santa Cruz Highlands

Discover a reserve where giant Tortoise thrives, grazing peacefully and cooling off in mud baths. This serene habitat invites exploration wi…

Animals Galápagos Giant Tortoise, Frigatebirds
Hiking Dry Landing
Santa Cruz Island, Tortuga Bay Beach

Santa Cruz Island, Tortuga Bay Beach

Tortuga Bay features a stunning white-sand beach ideal for swimming and surfing. This pristine haven hosts Green Turtles, Marine Iguanas, Se…

Animals Green Turtle, Galápagos Sea Lion, Marine Iguana, Brown Pelican, American Flamingo, Galápagos Shark
Hiking Snorkeling Dry Landing
San Cristobal Island, Interpretation Center

San Cristobal Island, Interpretation Center

The Galápagos National Park Interpretation Centre features interactive exhibits exploring the history and biodiversity of the Galápagos Isla…

Animals Darwin's Finches
Hiking Dry Landing

Galapagos Explorer - 7 Nights 'A'

San Cristobal Island, Isla Lobos

San Cristobal Island, Isla Lobos

This island, named after its Sea Lion Colony, offers encounters with playful marine life and diverse birds like Blue-footed Boobies and Grea…

Animals Frigatebirds, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Sea Lion
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Wet Landing
San Cristobal Island, Punta Pitt

San Cristobal Island, Punta Pitt

Discover unique wildlife on this island, home to endemic lava lizards, the rare Red-footed Boobies, and the Chatham Mockingbird. Enjoy breat…

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Fur Seal, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds, Red-footed Booby
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Kayaking Wet Landing
San Cristobal Island, Cerro Brujo

San Cristobal Island, Cerro Brujo

Cerro Brujo boasts a pristine white-sand beach, turquoise waters perfect for snorkeling, and incredible wildlife, including Brown Pelicans, …

Animals Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds, Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby
Hiking Snorkeling Wet Landing
Española, Gardner Bay

Española, Gardner Bay

Gardner Bay features a stunning turquoise beach, ideal for snorkeling among fish, Turtle, and Sharks. Enjoy encounters with the transient Se…

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Hawk, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Kayaking Dry Landing
Española, Punta Suarez

Española, Punta Suarez

Española Island boasts rich wildlife diversity, featuring five species of nesting seabirds, Bold Española mockingbirds, Galápagos Doves, Gal…

Animals Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Hawk, Frigatebirds, Galápagos Sea Lion, Albatross, Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana
Hiking Dry Landing
Floreana, Punta Cormorant

Floreana, Punta Cormorant

Cormorant Point features beaches of volcanic green olivine crystals and a trail with views of a flamingo-favored saltwater lagoon. The trail…

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blu-footed Booby, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds
Hiking Dinghy Ride Wet Landing
Floreana, Post Office Bay

Floreana, Post Office Bay

Floreana’s iconic site blends history with charm on its picturesque white-sand beach. Experience the cherished tradition of leaving postcard…

Animals Marine Iguana, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds
Hiking Snorkeling Wet Landing
, North Seymour Island

, North Seymour Island

North Seymour Island, north of Baltra, features flat terrain from submarine lava uplift, lush with Frigatebirds and Blue-footed Boobies. Exp…

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Fur Seal, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds, Land Iguana
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Dry Landing
Bartolome, Bartolome Island

Bartolome, Bartolome Island

The Pinnacle Rock is Bartholomew's iconic tuff cone, formed from volcanic magma meeting the sea. Hike the wooden stairway to breathtaking pa…

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Penguin, Galápagos Hawk, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds
Hiking Dry Landing
Genovesa, Prince Phillip's Steps

Genovesa, Prince Phillip's Steps

A steep path winds through a lively seabird Colony to 25m high cliffs: Spot Nazca and Red-footed boobies, Great Frigatebirds, and more. Pass…

Animals Galápagos Sea Lion, Galápagos Fur Seal, Blue-footed Booby, Frigatebirds, Red-footed Booby, Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana
Hiking Dry Landing
Genovesa, Darwin's Bay

Genovesa, Darwin's Bay

A coral beach with a 750m trail leads through vibrant seabird colonies. Discover a Red-footed Boobies Colony on the cliffs while Nazca Boobi…

Animals Frigatebirds, Galápagos Sea Lion, Red-footed Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Nazca Booby
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Kayaking Wet Landing
, South Plaza Island

, South Plaza Island

South Plaza, near Santa Cruz, features a striking Sesuvium and Opuntia landscape. Visitors can spot Land Iguanas under cacti, soaring swallo…

Animals Frigatebirds, Galápagos Sea Lion, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Land Iguana
Hiking Dry Landing
, Santa Fe Island

, Santa Fe Island

Santa Fe Island features a scenic bay with two trails—one to a cliff viewpoint and another to a tall prickly pear cactus forest. Home to uni…

Animals Nazca Booby, Marine Iguana, Blue-footed Booby, Galápagos Hawk, Galápagos Sea Lion, Frigatebirds, Santa Fe Iguana
Hiking Snorkeling Dinghy Ride Wet Landing
San Cristobal Island, La Galapaguera

San Cristobal Island, La Galapaguera

Discover the San Cristobal giant tortoise breeding program, where you can observe Tortoises} in a semi-natural habitat. Gain educational ins…

Animals Galápagos Giant Tortoise
Hiking Dry Landing

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Galapagos Explorer

Full Technical Details

Technical details & deck

Explore the Galapagos in ultimate luxury aboard the Galapagos Explorer, a fully renovated 124-ft motor yacht. Built in 1987 and upgraded in 2024, this elegant vessel accommodates up to 12 guests, offering intimate adventures through the islands. With a 25-ft beam and cruising speed of 13 knots, enjoy seamless comfort, exceptional wildlife encounters, and unforgettable memories on this extraordinary expedition.

Galapagos Explorer
Type
Small Yacht
Year of construction
1987
Guest Capacity
12 Guests
Length
124 ft (38 m)
Beam
25 ft (8 m)
Speed
13 knots